Award-winning chefs Jonathan Scinto and Richard “Ricky” Robertson, known collectively as 2 Brotha’s from Anotha, are redefining modern culinary entrepreneurship. With JS Entertainment, they have transformed themselves from chefs into cheftainers, flavor innovators, and media entrepreneurs, building a multi-platform empire that blends food, entertainment, and culture.
Jonathan’s signature Itasian fusion, a creative blend of Italian roots and Asian influences, has become a nationally recognized culinary hallmark. Together, the duo has competed at the World Food Championships, earning accolades for their inventive dishes and strategic execution. Their work has been highlighted in top-tier media outlets, including Forbes, Good Housekeeping, HuffPost, Eat This, Not That, iHeartRadio, Newsday, and Dan’s Papers, reflecting both their culinary creativity and entrepreneurial achievements.
Their hit shows include Family Kitchen Revival, which streamed on Prime Video for five years and is now a fan favorite on The Roku Channel, Xumo, Hoopla, and Fawesome, and At Home with Chef Jonathan, available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Plus TV, Android TV, and the Discovered App. Beyond television, they are producing live culinary events, podcasts, branded tours, and RAAW TV, a platform for raw and unfiltered entertainment that empowers creators to bring their TV concepts from idea to streaming.
This story highlights how Scinto and Robertson are pioneering the next wave of food entertainment: transforming chefs into media moguls, building scalable brands beyond the kitchen, and creating a platform for innovation, storytelling, and cultural influence. Their combination of culinary skill, entrepreneurial vision, and media savvy positions them as leaders in both food entertainment and independent media creation.
Culinary Competition Achievements
- World Food Championships (WFC): Runner-up in the Chef Category (2024), Top 3 finish (2019), competing again in 2025.
- Taste of America Challenge: Three-time champion, including Seafood Champion titles.
- Iron Chef Live: Autumn Bounty Battle: Competed by Jonathan Scinto.
- Best of Long Island Nominee: Recognized for 10 consecutive years.
Television & Streaming Highlights
- Food Network’s Chopped: Competed in the “Better Duck Next Time” episode.
- MasterChef Season 6: Competed by Jonathan Scinto.
- At Home with Chef Jonathan: Streaming on multiple platforms with Ricky Robertson.
- Family Kitchen Revival: Originally on Prime Video, now licensed to Roku, Xumo, Hoopla, and Fawesome.
Media Coverage & Press Highlights
Featured in Forbes, Good Housekeeping, HuffPost, Eat This, Not That, iHeartRadio, Newsday, Dan’s Papers, and Disrupt Magazine, showcasing their culinary prowess and entrepreneurial acumen.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
- JS Entertainment: Produces multi-platform TV shows, live events, and streaming content.
- RAAW TV: A platform empowering creators to bring TV concepts from idea to streaming.
- 2 Brotha’s from Anotha: Culinary duo combining innovation, showmanship, and scalable media ventures.
- Future Projects: Launching podcasts, a paranormal TV show, a cooking competition show, cookbooks, branded merchandise, and a live interactive food & beverage tour.
Our Journey to Date
Jonathan Scinto began as a passionate chef with a talent for Itasian fusion. His early career included MasterChef Season 6, Chopped, Iron Chef Live, and multiple competition wins. Forming 2 Brotha’s from Anotha with Ricky Robertson allowed them to merge culinary talent with media expertise, expanding Family Kitchen Revival and launching At Home with Chef Jonathan on streaming platforms.
Through JS Entertainment, they are building a media empire that includes RAAW TV, podcasts, live events, cookbooks, and branded merchandise. From culinary competitions to streaming television and entrepreneurial ventures, Jonathan and Ricky have transformed their passion for flavor, showmanship, and innovation into a multi-platform brand.
Inspiration and Vision
They hope to inspire aspiring chefs, creators, and storytellers to push boundaries, innovate, and share their talents with the world. By demonstrating that culinary skill, creativity, and entrepreneurial vision can build a thriving media brand, they aim to empower others to chase their passions boldly.
Brand and Business Model
2 Brotha’s from Anotha and JS Entertainment operate as a multi-platform media company, generating revenue through:
- Television and streaming licensing
- Live interactive experiences
- Digital media and podcasting
- Publishing cookbooks
- Branded merchandise
- Media production services via RAAW TV
Quotes That Reflect Our Brand
- Jonathan Scinto: “Turning flavor into a media empire isn’t just about cooking, it’s about playing smart, taking risks, and keeping your edge.”
- Richard “Ricky” Robertson: “Food is our foundation, but entertainment is our canvas. Playing it safe? Not our style.”
What Sets Us Apart
Jonathan and Ricky combine culinary mastery with media innovation, building scalable, multi-platform ventures. As cheftainers and entrepreneurs, they empower other creators while redefining what it means to succeed in food and entertainment.
Life Lesson
“Don’t wait for the perfect moment, create it. Success is built by taking risks, staying bold, and turning your passions into your platform.”
Vision for the Future
Their goal is to expand 2 Brotha’s from Anotha and JS Entertainment into a global media empire spanning streaming, live experiences, podcasts, cookbooks, and branded merchandise, empowering creators and redefining modern culinary entrepreneurship.
